Danielle Pais is a research aide at the RISE Center with a diverse academic and research background. She holds an M.Sc. in Sociology from Ghent University and earned a B.S. in Biological Sciences (Neurobiology) and a B.A. in French from Arizona State University. Her research expertise spans benzodiazepine prescribing practices, accessibility for students with disabilities in higher education, and the development of active learning opportunities in online STEM environments.